The Met Office has forecast that snow could hit the UK in March, particularly between March 14 and March 23. The long-range forecast indicates a changeable period with Atlantic frontal systems bringing spells of rain and showers, most frequent in the west or northwest, accompanied by strong winds at times.
Drier interludes are expected under transient ridges of high pressure, with longer dry periods most likely in the south and east. Temperatures will be near average overall, but shorter colder interludes may bring frost and hill snow. Later in the period, there is a possibility of more blocked weather patterns, though confidence is low.
Chief operational meteorologist Jason Kelly noted a shift to north-westerly winds on Friday, bringing a markedly colder day nationwide, with heavy showers, coastal gales, and snow over high ground, and possible accumulations on lower hills.
Additional forecasts from WXCharts.com suggest snow could hit areas from Wick to Manchester on March 16, with temperatures dropping to -3°C. Wintry conditions are expected to spread from March 15, affecting parts of Scotland including Wick, Inverness, Fort William, Aberdeen, Dundee, and Glasgow.
